Gore Verbinski To Direct Graphic Novel Adaptation PYONGYANG For New Regency
Verbinski, who will be bringing The Lone Ranger back to the big screen this summer, has been hired to direct a dark comedic film which is based on the graphic novel Pyongyang for New Regency. Hit the jump for more details.
Famously referred to as one of the "Axis of Evil" countries, North Korea remains one of the most secretive and mysterious nations in the world today. In early 2001 cartoonist Guy Delisle became one of the few Westerners to be allowed access to the fortresslike country. While living in the nation's capital for two months on a work visa for a French film animation company, Delisle observed what he was allowed to see of the culture and lives of the few North Koreans he encountered; his findings form the basis of this remarkable graphic novel. Pyongyang is an informative, personal, and accessible look at a dangerous and enigmatic country.